accompanist

/ə'kʌmpənist/

Thân thiện

The singer performs with an accompanist at the piano.

Definition

Noun: A musician, typically a pianist, who plays a supporting musical part for a soloist (such as a singer or another instrumentalist) during a performance.

Usage

The word "accompanist" refers specifically to the person performing the accompaniment. It is a formal term used in musical contexts. The accompanist follows and supports the lead performer.

Examples

• The soprano hired a skilled accompanist for her recital.
• He has worked for years as an accompanist for ballet classes.
• A good accompanist must listen carefully to the soloist.

Advanced Usage

• "To work as an accompanist": To have the job of providing musical accompaniment.
  • She works as an accompanist for the university's voice department.
• "Collaborative pianist": A modern, more descriptive term often used synonymously with "accompanist," emphasizing the artistic partnership.

Variants and Related Words

• Accompaniment (n): The musical part that supports the main melody or soloist.
  • The piano accompaniment was beautifully played.
• Accompany (v): To play a musical accompaniment for someone.
  • He will accompany the violinist on the piano.

Synonyms

• Collaborative pianist: (A more specific, modern synonym)
• Supporting musician: (A general descriptive term)

Notes on Meaning

The role of an accompanist is distinct from that of a soloist or a member of an ensemble. The accompanist's primary function is to provide harmonic and rhythmic support, ensuring the soloist can perform effectively. While often a pianist, an accompanist can theoretically play any instrument capable of providing harmonic support (e.g., guitar, organ), though "pianist" is implied in common usage.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a person who provides musical accompaniment (usually on a piano)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• accompanyist